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Handling Unsupported Fields During Import in Zendesk Sell

Learn how to handle unsupported fields during import in Zendesk Sell by using API endpoints for updates. Manage your data effectively.

What should I do if I encounter issues with unsupported fields during import?

If you encounter issues with unsupported fields during import in Zendesk Sell, consider using the API endpoints to update these fields. For example, you can update Lead Status using the Leads API endpoint, and Contact Customer Status or Prospect Status using the Contacts API endpoint.

For address fields like billing and shipping, which are associated with a deal, you can also use the Contacts API endpoint. This approach allows you to manage and update unsupported fields effectively, even though they cannot be directly imported through a CSV file.


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